Student life in Aachen

Why Aachen is a great student city

Aachen combines the best of many worlds. The city is big enough to always discover something new, but manageable enough to make you feel at home quickly.

RWTH Aachen and FH attract students from all over the world. This ensures internationality, exciting encounters and a wide range of events. Whether it's a pub crawl, university sports or a summer party, boredom rarely happens here.

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Living: Where you quickly feel at home

Living space is particularly in demand at the start of the semester. Many students opt for shared apartments in the Pontviertel or Frankenberger Viertel. Here you are right in the middle of the action and can reach the university, cafés and libraries on foot.

If you'd rather have a bit more peace and comfort, you can take a look at furnished apartments. In Good Shepherd Aachen For example, you'll find fully equipped apartments that make it easier for you to get started. High-speed WiFi, co-working spaces and short distances to universities make living easy.

Tip: Start your search early. Many offers have already been awarded weeks before the start of the semester.

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Studying and leisure: finding the right balance

Academic success doesn't just depend on learning. Leisure, sport and social contacts are also important.

Unisport offers offer you lots of opportunities to work out and meet new people, from climbing to yoga to dancing. In the city center, you'll find numerous cafés where you can relax or study together. In the evenings, bars and clubs around Pontstraße invite you to go out.

Many students appreciate the short distances. Whether it's a library, canteen or gym, you can often reach everything in just a few minutes.

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Keep an eye on finances

Student life costs money, but there are many offers in Aachen that save your budget. Affordable lunches in the canteen, second-hand shops and free leisure activities help you live sparingly without sacrificing quality of life.

Anyone who receives BAföG or is looking for a scholarship should find out early on. The university's counseling centers will help you with this.

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Make new contacts

It can help, especially at the beginning, to actively reach out to others. Study start events, introductory events and university groups are perfect places to make contacts.

Many students set up study groups or meet regularly to cook together or do sports. This creates friendships that often last well beyond their studies.

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conclusion

Student life in Aachen offers you many opportunities to develop yourself and have an unforgettable time. If you prepare yourself well, find a suitable home and remain curious, your start to your studies will be relaxed and successful.

Are you looking for an apartment that makes your start easier? Find out about offers such as the Good Shepherd Aachen and discover how easy living in Aachen can be. Good luck with your start in student life!

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